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Paul Pogba is more of a showpony than a playmaker... I completely understand Jose Mourinho's frustrations

Manchester United have spent £89million on a player they thought was the ultimate playmaker, but too often Pogba has been a showpony, performing in fits and starts.

All the ingredients are there to make a top player. He just does not seem to apply himself properly.

Paul Pogba performs in fits and starts for United and Jose Mourinho's frustrations are clear
Paul Pogba performs in fits and starts for United and Jose Mourinho's frustrations are clear
Pogba has all the ingredients of a top player but he does not seem to apply himself properly
Pogba has all the ingredients of a top player but he does not seem to apply himself properly
Questions remain as to whether Mourinho feels he can trust Pogba week in, week outu00a0
Questions remain as to whether Mourinho feels he can trust Pogba week in, week out

It is why Mourinho has dropped him for Scott McTominay who, while not possessing the same ability, has proved more reliable.